Bleeding into the skin

Ecchymoses; Skin spots - red; Pinpoint red spots on the skin; Petechiae; Purpura

Bleeding into the skin can occur from broken blood vessels that form tiny red dots (called petechiae). Blood also can collect under the tissue in larger flat areas (called purpura), or in a very large bruised area (called an ecchymosis).

Black eye

A black eye is caused by bleeding into the tissue around the eye. This most often follows trauma. The medical term for this type of bruising is ecchymosis.

Considerations

Causes

Home Care

When to Contact a Medical Professional

What to Expect at Your Office Visit